easyAIRDROP (A167)
VHF rescue locator

To support rescuers such as
SAR airplanes or SAR helicopters

Rechargeable VHF locator sends emergency telegram
to all VHF receivers within range when activated.

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  • Rechargeable system
  • Automatic release function when submerged


  • High radio range
For more information and a non-binding offer, please contact us:

+49 (0)911-376638-30
info@weatherdock.de

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Function

easyAIRDROP Rechargeable – VHF rescue locator unit A167

The easyAIRDROP Rechargeable contains the VHF locator unit vmsTRACK-PRO-CS to support rescue teams, such as SAR airplanes or SAR helicopters.
Packed in a waterprotected box, the easyAIRDROP with the built in VHF locator is ready to go for any situation. Just open the box, get the easyAIRDROP and throw it out. An automatic triggering function activates the internal VHF locator unit when it is submerged into the water.Being activated once, the unit transmits a current VHF emergency telegram to all VHF receivers within range. Position is updated every minute with COG, SOG and identification number of the unit.

Function

The air deployable housing is made of 2 fl oatable plastic parts and is kept together with 2 straps. A soluble tablet will fi x the straps until the whole unit is submerged into water. The VHF rescue locator unit vmsTRACK-PRO-CS is mounted inside the housing.By dissolving the tablet, the housing is opened, and the unit starts transmission by water activation.
A weight at the bottom will keep the easyAIRDROP in upright position for best possible radiation. With the long antenna radio range will be 9 to 12 nm to a vessel. SAR airplanes or helicopters will receive the signal in a distance of up to 80 nm by 500 feet fl ight level.

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Highlights

  • According to:
    • German Federal Maritime Agency BSH
    • SOLAS
    • United States FCC
    • United States Coast Guard
  • Water activation when submerged
  • Current GPS position via VHF – the fastest rescue possible
  • Floatable due to special housing
  • High radio range
    • up to 12 nm (on water surface with 20 ft receiving antenna height)
    •  up to 80 nm (fl ight level 500 ft)
  • Rechargeable
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What is needed?

What is neseccary to run the easyAIRDROP?

The easyAIRDROP with the internal VHF rescue locator unit is ready: „grab and go“. To receive the transmitted signal, an AIS
capable chartplotter or PC software is required to display the rescue relevant data.

Technical Data

  • Radiated RF power, approx. 0,5 W
  • Dimensions of easyAIRDROP housing (h x w): 13 cm x 20 cm
  • Weight: approx. 750 gram
  • Operating conditions: -20°C – +65°C
  • Battery lifespan: 5 years
  • After rescue usage the whole package has to be re-fi tted together again and recharged for further usage.
For more information and a non-binding offer, please contact us:

+49 (0)911-376638-30
info@weatherdock.de

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